What is the cheapest way to get from Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne is to bus which costs €12 - €45 and takes 3h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs €25 - €90.

Is there a direct train between Rhein-Main Air Base and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Neu-Isenburg-Zeppelinheim Bahnhof and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne?

The distance between Rhein-Main Air Base and Cologne is 175 km. The road distance is 184.5 km.

How do I travel from Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs €25 - €90.

How long does it take to get from Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne?

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne train from?

Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Frankfurt station.

Train or bus from Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne?

The best way to get from Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs €25 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €45 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne train arrive?

Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne is 185 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1444+ hotels available in Cologne.

Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf78 / ...
1h 30m
€25–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne Airport CGNN280 / ...
3h 37m
€12–44
Drive 184.5 km
1. Drive from Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne184.5 km
1h 37m
€27–39
Fly, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)FRA - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
2h 58m
€97–204
Train via Frankfurt
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf41 / ...
2h 16m
€37–99

Rhein-Main Air Base to Cologne by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 174.7 km
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Rhein-Main Air Base, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €25–75 and the journey takes 52 min. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne Airport CGN hourly. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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